Top 5 Science Fiction Films to Watch in 2020 In this world of real-life dystopia and chaos, descending even deeper into a fictional rabbit hole may very well be the medicine you need. Check out these cult favorites this year. You won't regret it.  Donnie Darko  This cult favorite is a dark cinematic tale about a teen tormented by the impending doom about to engulf him. Oh, and there's a creepy rabbit.  Akira  After the 1988 destruction of Tokyo, Neo-Tokyo was born in Akira. Neo-Tokyo is a dystopian nightmare plagued by gang violence, technology, and political evils. Two punks named Tetsuo and Kaneda soon become the most powerful beings on the planet. Only Akira can control Tetsuo's evil powers.  Serenity Joss Whedon's follow-up from the science fiction fan favorite Firefly is a "space western" that you will enjoy every time you watch.  Children of Men  Director Alfonso Cuaron creates a haunting dystopian society that has fully fal...

Starting Your First Short Film “Nothing is original. Steal from anywhere that resonates with inspiration or fuels your imagination. Devour old films, new films, music, books, paintings, photographs, poems, dreams, random conversations, architecture, bridges, street signs, trees, clouds…Select only things to steal from that speak directly to your soul…always remember what Jean-Luc  Godard said. ‘It’s not where you take things from – it’s where you take them to.’ – Jim Jarmusch Filmmakers, much like novelists or composers, bear their souls within their films, especially in the earliest stages of filmmaking, before the lights of Hollywood dazzle them with wealth and fame. Yet, to be successful in film/media/video production, there is a combination of inspiration and sheer grit.  You have to know how to create something incredible within a deadline, with a tight budget, with that actress that can’t seem to remember her lines but can’t be fired because she contracted t...

Filmmaker Boot Camp in Western New York Buffalo Starts July 5 Budding filmmakers and professionals alike will work together in this collaborative class to write, film, act in, and edit an original short film written by the class. Learn film production basics in screenwriting, filming, sound and video editing , special fx, makeup fx, and more. Students will each take on a specific role in the short film production that will be filmed during class. The final film will be screened the last day of class. REGISTER TODAY! Filmmaker Boot Camp films have shown at the Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival , NCCC Film and Animation Festival, and Screening Room Cafe in Buffalo New York. REGISTER YOU AND YOUR FRIENDS TODAY!

Top 5 Tips for Film Festival Submissions in 2019  You just finished your film! So now what? Sure, you can show your friends and family, even put it up on YouTube. But why don't you try getting it out to a much wider audience? Indie filmmakers and student filmmakers can have their movies shown around the globe at film festivals. Film festivals run the gamut of red carpet affairs like Sundance and Cannes to more local events, online festivals, and university-led events. For example, in Buffalo, there are a number of incredible film festivals like the Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival (a local film fest that has a special love for all horror and science fiction), the NCCC Film and Animation (a great venue for students and local film networking), and other film festivals like the Buffalo International Film Festival and the 48 hour Film Festival.  The 48 Hour Film Festival is a worldwide phenomenon where filmmakers get together and create a film in, you guessed it, ...

How to Make a Movie We all love watching movies. Learning how to make a movie doesn't have to be that difficult. Sure, it's a lot like trying to juggle oranges and chainsaws convincingly. But overall most folks absolutely LOVE the filmmaking process! So let's cover some of the basic steps. We'll assume you already have a great story and script. If not, then check out my Filmmaking Crash Course for some great writing exercises. Get a Camera Now you might say, "Well, I know how to make a movie, but I don't have a camera." Don't worry. When I say camera, I mean any sort of device that shoots video or film. These are all cameras: Smartphone Camcorder Your Granddad's Super 8 A Laptop Tablet Okay, I know the purists are going to say that you need an incredible cinematic camera that shoots 4K and costs thousands to make a good high-quality film. But the truth is that most of us are not trying to win an Oscar, we are trying to tel...

Free Film Event Buffalo NY Tonight! - World Premier Scamarama The Next Generation Monday, April 15, 2019 7:15 PM  to  9:00 PM The Screening Room in the Boulevard Mall 880 Alberta Drive · Buffalo, NY After a lifetime of being scammed, Kris has decided to do a scam of her own. Produced by Buffalo's own Buffalo Movie and Video Makers!  Bring a friend! Fun event a the Screening Room Cafe and Cinema. MORE INFO:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1075471472638877/

How to Greenscreen Final Cut Pro X Tutorial - Filmmaking Crash Course Learn how to greenscreen in Final Cut X in this easy video tutorial from the Filmmaking Crash Course. What other effects do you want to learn? Share in the comments below. We'd love to hear from you!

WHAT IS COLOR CORRECTION Final Cut X Tutorial How to add simple color correction, color grading, and tint in Final Cut X.

We need ZOMBIES TONIGHT March 1 for Short Horror Film in Buffalo New York INDIE FILMMAKER BOOT CAMP Sabrina Peña Young We need  # ZOMBIES  TONIGHT in  # Buffalo   # NewYork . Show up at Kenmore Middle School at 8pm in zombie gear and makeup.  IMDb  credit given. 90s inspired would be good. No logos please. Filming from 8-9pm Meet at Door 9.  March 1 8pm-9pm You will need to sign a release KENMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL 155 Delaware Rd, Buffalo, NY 14217 (716) 874-8403

Budding filmmakers and professionals alike will work together in this collaborative class to write, film, act in, and edit an original short film written by the class. Learn film production basics in screenwriting, filming, sound and video editing, special fx, makeup fx, and more. Students will each take on a specific role in the short film production that will be filmed during class. The final film will be screened the last day of class.  Sign up today ! https://filmbc.wordpress.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Filmmaking-Crash-Course-Exercises-Filmmakers-ebook/dp/B07H4133WB

Free Buffalo Event - Annual Filmmaker Holiday Party - Buffalo Movie and Video Makers MORE INFO:   https://www.facebook.com/events/944021589129376/?active_tab=about This month we focus on the socializing aspect of the filmmaking club! The first half of the meeting we’ll announce the winners of last month's BM-VM "Shorty" Film Contest. These were the four entries: A TRAILER by Leo Medico, Jr. BLUNT RECOLLECTION by Curt Markham ENLIGHTENMENT by David Gaffney THE MAGIC ROOM by Terry Kimmel We'll find out which were the top three vote-getters from last month's secret ballot. The First Place winner will be awarded a plaque, with the Second and Third Place finishers receiving certificates. Also, we'll re-screen the First Place winning entry. Second half is the HOLIDAY PARTY!  BM-VM members are invited to bring a "finger food”-type dish to pass (nothing that requires heating up, though). Also, they can chip in on pizza. Guests are invited! BM-...

FILMMAKER BOOT CAMP: BITTER. Directed by Aaron Webb.  Written by Waymon Brown and Sarah Jeanne. Produced by Sabrina Pena Young. Part of the Buffalo Indie Filmmaker Boot Camp in Buffalo, New York. Filmed at Kenmore Middle School. SIGN UP FOR JAN 11 2019 BUFFALO FILMMAKER BOOT CAMP NOW OPEN:  https://register.ktufsd.org/wconnect/ace/ShowSchedule.awp?&Search=INSTRUCTOR&Target=MzA5NDUxNzYxODMz&Title=Courses+Taught+by+Sabrina+Pena-Young Ages 18 & up Budding filmmakers and professionals alike will work together in this collaborative class to write, film, act in, and edit an original short film written by the class. Learn film production basics in screenwriting, filming, sound and video editing, special fx, makeup fx, and more. Students will each take on a specific role in the short film production that will be filmed during class. The final film will be screened the last day of class. Students are encouraged to bring any camera/film equipment available to...

Welcome to Space Force Movie World Premier at Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival this November Buffalo New York Here are the 71 Shorts (including Micro Shorts and Short Features) we have selected for screening at  Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival 2018, totaling 18 hours' worth of thought provoking entertainment. Official notifications and laurels will go out tonight, we know that many of you have been waiting and we didn't want to keep you any longer. Our schedule will be posted next week. The list below will be updated with corrections. It will also be folded into the Features announcement. Thank you all for submitting, and just a reminder that anyone who submitted is granted 2 All Festival Passes. Welcome to Space Force was created at the Buffalo Filmmaker Boot Camp Western New York Shorts 1. Once Around Is Never Enough - 25:32, Doc 2. Locke (29:00) Special Non-Competition 3. Pumpkin Bitch - 10:49 4. Test of Faith - 36 mins 5. Welcome to Space Forc...

How to Make a Movie Trailer Watch this Youtube video to learn how to make a movie trailer. What is a movie trailer? It is a way to engage your audience before your film is released. Make a compelling movie trailer to help festivals, critics, and theatergoers truly understand what your film is about.

How To Get Into Film Festivals - Film Freeway Tutorial On today's episode of The Piedmont Motion Picture Show, we're talking about how to get into film festivals by using Film Freeway. This Film Freeway tutorial will show you step-by-step how to create an account, upload your film, and submit your film to film festivals using FilmFreeway. Film Freeway is the easiest way that I've found to submit my films to film festivals, and I hope this tutorial helps you get the ball rolling and get your film seen by people in the film industry , all over the world!

LOOKING FOR BUFFALO FILMMAKERS - Buffalo Filmmaking Boot Camp - Short Mystery Film Buffalo Filmmaking Boot Camp is looking for three film crew to help with cinematography, sound, production/lighting, and makeup. We will be producing a short mystery film at Kenmore Middle School in Kenmore, New York.  This is an unpaid film experience.  Dates are October 5, 12, 19 from 6-9pm.  Join us in making a fun new film. Contact Sabrina Pena Young at spenayoung@gmail.com with your resume/reel and availability.  Buffalo Filmmaking Boot Camp is a great opportunity to produce a short film in just six weeks.  Summer Filmmaking Boot Camp "Welcome to Space Force" will be  premiered in Western New York this fall.  Directed by Chris Thomas. Produced by Sabrina Pena Young. "The Noise Within" was produced this past Spring at Filmmaking Boot Camp. It was premiered at the Buffalo Movie and Video Maker Club and won First...

How to shoot a film ALONE! Many filmmakers find that they have to shoot a film ALONE! Especially if they are an indie filmmaker with no budget. Learn some helpful movie tips on how to shoot a film, by yourself. Learn helpful movie tips, camera tips, and what types of equipment you will need to succeed!

BUFFALO NEW YORK is home to a new exciting film experience - Indie Filmmaker Boot Camp! Local filmmakers in Western New York get together to create brand new EXCITING short films! So far the camp has produced two new films - the suspenseful The Noise Within and the fun comedy Welcome to Space Force. The Noise Within was premiered at the Screening Room in Amherst, New York at the Buffalo Movie and Video Maker annual contest and won first place.  The film, directed by emerging filmmaker Chris Thomas, was filmed in only two nights! Welcome to Space Force has been submitted to the Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival , which is a premier local event of incredible international and regional films in science fiction, horror, animation, drama, and more. This event is a bastion of indie filmmaking in the Western New York film region. Filmmakers had six weeks to write, film, and edit the short film, which was located in Kenmore, New York. REGISTRATION is still open for INDIE FILMM...